Aerotime

OCTOBER 21, 2024

On the eve of the 2024 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) in Las Vegas, United States (US), Textron Aviation has jumped in with a huge announcement, unveiling plans for the next-generation models of three Cessna Citation private jets. On October 21, 2024, Textron Aviation announced that a new series of light jets would represent the introduction of the Cessna Citation M2 Gen3, CJ3 Gen3 and CJ4 Gen3.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Allegiant Air has introduced its first-ever Boeing 737 MAX 8-200 into service as the airline officially begins transitioning from an all-Airbus A320ceo family fleet to a mixed-manufacturer fleet.

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Aerotime

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Boeing has confirmed a new Emirates SkyCargo order for five additional 777 Freighters, after the cargo arm of the Dubai flag carrier placed an initial order for the aircraft type earlier this year. The new agreement between Boeing and Emirates SkyCargo was announced on October 21, 2024, amid speculation that the deal would be concluded within weeks.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 21, 2024

A pilot deviation caused a British Airways Airbus A380 to become stuck on a taxiway that was under construction. This led to an extended delay while air traffic control (ATC) and airport operations looked for a way to solve the problem. The aircraft was rescued after a tug was dispatched to its location and pushed it back to the junction from which it could head back to the gate.

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Aerotime

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Italian luxury fashion house Prada has partnered with US private space company Axiom Space to create a spacesuit for the astronauts of NASA’s Artemis III lunar mission. This designer spacesuit, known as ‘Axiom Extravehicular Mobility Unit (AxEMU)’, was unveiled during the International Astronautical Congress (IAC), which took place in Milan, Italy, between October 14-18, 2024.

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Alaska Air

OCTOBER 21, 2024

To celebrate National Reuse Day, we gave our guests the chance to be the first to use reusable r.Cups on Alaska Airlines flights. This special roundtrip flight was part of a feasibility study aimed at exploring new ways to reduce onboard waste and bring sustainable innovations to the travel industry. The post Alaska Airlines tests reusable r.Cups on flight from Seattle to Minneapolis appeared first on Alaska Airlines News.

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Aerotime

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The Federal Court of Australia has ruled that, in November 2020, Qantas illegally dismissed 1,700 ground workers at 10 airports across the country and replaced them with contractors. The Australian flag carrier has been ordered by the court to pay three staff members AU 170,000 ($113,000). The amounts the three workers will receive break down as AU 30,000 ($20,000) AU 40,000 ($27,000) and AU 100,000 ($67,000) respectively, to cover “non-economic loss”.

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Aerotime

OCTOBER 21, 2024

A helicopter has crashed into a radio tower in Houston’s Second Ward district, claiming the lives of four people, including a child, Houston police said. The incident occurred on the evening of October 20, 2024. The privately-owned helicopter, a Robinson R44 four-seater, departed from Ellington Airport (EFD), about 25 kilometers from the crash site.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The $19 billion transformation of New York John F. Kennedy International Airport aims to reinvigorate the gateway by adding New Terminal One, which is being built on sites now occupied by Terminal 1 and the former Terminal 2 and Terminal 3. On Monday, the airport announced that Philippine Airlines will operate from the new terminal, the first Southeast Asian airline to commit to Terminal One.

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Aerotime

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The British Ministry of Defence has reported successful trials of a laser self-protection system, which demonstrated the system’s effectiveness in countering infrared heat-seeking missiles. The trials at the Vidsel Test Range in Sweden showcased the laser system’s ability to neutralize 100% of missile threats encountered. This technology will eventually be integrated into various RAF aircraft, including the intelligence-gathering Shadow R2 and A400M transporter.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 21, 2024

When it comes to getting to the airport, we all have different preferred modes of transport. You may live in the city and are used to getting the bus or train, or you may live somewhere remote where travel by car is always your first choice.

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Airline Geeks

OCTOBER 21, 2024

United has finalized its plans to lease an additional 40 Airbus A321neo aircraft in the coming years as narrowbody jet shortage continues.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Dunedin Airport (DUD), a relatively small airport serving the South Island of New Zealand, has captured global attention recently when the facility installed new signage near its drop-off area which imposes a newand rather controversialtime limit on pre-departure hugs. The sign, which has spawned online debate from across the globe, has imposed a three-minute limit on hugs in the drop-off zone, encouraging passengers looking for a "fonder farewell" to use the adjacent parking lots.

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Vintage Aviation News

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The story of how America’s youth is rebuilding a WWII B-25 bomber is both inspiring and full of perseverance. It revolves around the incredible work of Patrick Mihalek and his team at the Warbirds of Glory Museum in New Hudson, Michigan. For those familiar with the warbird community, Mihalek’s name is well-known. We have covered his efforts extensively throughout the years, click HERE.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Emirates has ordered five additional Boeing 777F cargo aircraft for its subsidiary Emirates SkyCargo, its second 777F order in 2024, with the first coming shortly before the Farnborough International Airshow in July.

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One Mile at a Time

OCTOBER 21, 2024

British Airways has done a great job selectively investing in its passenger experience, especially in premium cabins. For example, in business class, the Club Suites product is a huge upgrade over the old Club World experience. However, just as the airline is investing in some areas, it’s pulling back in others. British Airways has just made some massive changes to its meal service in first and business class on long haul flights, involving brunch and supper, as reported on FlyerTalk.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Royal Air Maroc will look to leverage Morocco's open skies agreements with the United States and the European Union, as well as the country's strategic geographic location, to expand its operations ahead of the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which will be primarily hosted by Morocco, Portugal, and Spain.

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AV Web

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Bombardier has begun production of its new flagship Global 8000 and expects deliveries of the speedy large cabin bizjet to begin in 2025. At a news conference at NBAA-BACE on Monday, Executive VP Jean-Christophe Gallagher said the Global 8000 wh has set 60 speed records ratified by the National Aeronautics Association, which, in itself, is a record number of records.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Currently known as the Southern Nevada Supplemental Airport , thew new airport would be located 23 miles south of the Las Vegas Strip, near Jean and Primm, in Clark County, Nevada. Once completed, it could accommodate some of the largest commercial aircraft currently in operation and would rival other airports, such as Denver International Airport and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport , in terms of land area.

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Flexair

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The Second World War was a global conflict that saw the rise of some of the most skilled pilots in the history of aerial combat. These flying aces demonstrated extraordinary bravery and skill, becoming legends in their own right. This article explores the stories of these ace pilots of World War II, delving into who they were, the aircraft they flew, and the battles that defined their legacies.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 21, 2024

This month, Simple Flying was on the scene to witness the opening of Emirates' experimental travel store in Kensington, London. At this new site, aspirational travelers can try out what it would be like to sit in the premium economy and first class seats on the Dubai-based carrier's aircraft before booking their flight. During the festivities, Adnan Kazim, Emirates Chief Commercial Officer, spoke to Simple Flying about how important the United Kingdom and United States markets are to his company

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Aviation News

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Agricultural aircraft is a pioneer in using biofuel and reducing environmental impact Leader in Brazil’s agricultural aviation market, Embraer holds approximately 60% of the sector’s.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 21, 2024

As everyone knows, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is the world's busiest airport and Delta Air Lines' number one hub. Like any hub, transfer traffic is vital. Indeed, analyzing OAG booking data shows that approximately 51 million Delta passengers connected to a different flight in the year to July 2024. Almost 140,000 people did so daily.

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Aviation News

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Demonstration at Vanguard 24 showcased multi-domain data integration for the warfighter at the tactical edge Phase two of Northrop Grumman Corporation’s Deep Sensing and Targeting.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Lufthansa is ushering in a new era of passenger experience with its latest product the Allegris cabins. Introduced across all classes, this reimagined cabin design aims to enhance comfort and luxury on Lufthansa's long-haul flights. While the airlines A350s have been equipped with the latest cabin experience from economy to business class, it only recently welcomed its first A350-900 fitted with the Allegris first class cabin.

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One Mile at a Time

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Finnair is adding service to the United States, and with these additions, there’s also quite a bit of award availability! Finnair boosts US flights by up to 46% in 2025 Finnair has just announced that it’s expanding service to the United States for the summer of 2025, by adding seasonal frequencies in existing markets. With this, Finnair will operate its biggest ever schedule between Finland and the United States, with up to 46% more US flights than last summer.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The checked-in bags start their journeys with the people who own them. However, once they are dropped at the check-in counter, the voyages of the passengers and their checked-in bags (until they make it to the aircraft) are quite different.

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AV Web

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Blackhawk Aerospace says it’s expecting a solid market for its souped up version of the TBM 700. The company flew a 700 with a PT6A-66D engine that puts out 850 shaft horsepower that can be tapped for much increased climb and cruise performance. At a news conference at NBAA-BACE in Las Vegas on Monday, the company announced that about 30 TBM 700 owners, about 10 percent of the fleet, have inquired about the peppier version of the original TBM fast turboprop.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Like most other military organizations, the United States Air Force (USAF) undeniably has a massive array of secrets, which are closely guarded for national security.

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Airline Geeks

OCTOBER 21, 2024

In 2022, the town of nearly 34,500 was one of many small communities that felt the effects of pilot supply woes at regional airlines.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 21, 2024

An Airbus A320 operated by JetBlue Airways halted its taxi after landing at Chicago OHare International Airport (ORD) on Monday. The aircraft, which had touched down on time, pulled into its gate an hour late after a luggage container came in contact with one of its engines.

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AV Web

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Production could resume Wednesday at Textron Aviation after members of the International Association of Machinists voted to accept the latest contract offer from the company. The workers will get a 31 percent wage increase over five years with $3,000 lump sums each year. They also get longevity pay and caps on healthcare costs. The strike was speculated to be a cause of Textron Aviation’s diminished presence at NBAA-BACE in Las Vegas.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Soccer players are some of the richest and most celebrated stars. In between games, practice, and other sporting commitments, world-class players often own a private jet or two to ease their travel needs. This article explores the top five soccer players and their modern private jets.

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Airline Geeks

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The National Transportation Safety Board said an improperly installed borescope plug led to a January engine fire on an Atlas Air Boeing 747.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The flag carrier of Finland will offer its largest-ever US schedule next summer in response to a marked increase in American travel to the Nordics. A oneworld alliance carrier, Finnair will boost its flights from Helsinki to Chicago O'Hare, Dallas/Fort Worth, Los Angeles, and Seattle-Tacoma, among other destinations.

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Airline Geeks

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Finnair is doubling down in several key markets, adding more frequencies in the U.S., China, and Japan starting next year.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 21, 2024

United Express operates one of the largest fleets of Embraer ERJ aircraft, including ERJ-145, ERJ-170, and ERJ-175. Of the airlines 208 active ERJ-175s, the longest routes of the type are served by a handful of aircraft. This article explores the airlines longest route served by the jet, based on data from Cirium , an aviation analytics company.

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